Improving health care for Native Hawaiians through culturally responsive practices
Official title: Hawaii N CREW Research Resource Center
Funded at University of Hawaii at Manoa · NIH-11143587 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping Native Hawaiians who struggle with addiction and chronic pain by using their own healing traditions and community support to make treatment programs more effective and welcoming.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Hawaii at Manoa NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Honolulu, United States) |
| Project start | September 16, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $551,767 |
| NIH project number | 1OT2DA062969-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11143587 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Native Hawaiians experiencing addiction or chronic pain who are seeking culturally sensitive treatment options.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the Native Hawaiian community or those not facing addiction or chronic pain may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing health disparities faced by Native Hawaiians, particularly in addiction and chronic pain management. It aims to enhance participation in treatment programs by incorporating Native Hawaiian healing traditions and community empowerment strategies. The initiative involves collaboration with Native Hawaiian Serving Organizations to develop culturally aligned resources and support for research capacity. By engaging the community in the planning process, the project seeks to ensure that health care strategies are relevant and effective for Native Hawaiian populations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and increased participation in treatment programs for Native Hawaiians.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in culturally tailored health interventions for Indigenous populations, indicating potential for positive outcomes in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Hawaii at Manoa
Honolulu, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Goebert, Deborah a. — University of Hawaii at Manoa
- Study coordinator: Goebert, Deborah a.
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.